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How to Turn On Two-Factor Authentication

Add a second verification step to an online account.

Quick Answer

Open the account's Security settings, find Two-Step Verification or 2FA, and follow the setup instructions.

Step by Step

  1. Use the official settings or website for the account, device, browser, or service involved.
  2. Open the account's Security settings, find Two-Step Verification or 2FA, and follow the setup instructions.
  3. Review security and recovery settings after making the change.
  4. Keep recovery information and backups somewhere you can access if the primary device is lost.

If That Doesn't Work

  • Never give an unsolicited caller or message sender your password, recovery code, or one-time verification code.
  • If money or a critical account is at risk, use a known official contact method rather than contact information supplied in the suspicious message.